An Act providing equity to police officers disabled by cardiac disease

This bill amends Massachusetts law to include specific law enforcement groups, such as those at the University of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Port Authority, in existing disability protections for police officers. The primary change extends these protections to officers who become disabled due to cardiac disease, ensuring they receive the same benefits as those injured on the job. By updating the list of covered agencies, the legislation broadens the scope of who qualifies for these specific disability provisions.